Herstmonceux is an average-sized primary school. Most pupils attend from the immediate area, although some come in on buses from further afield. The proportion of pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities is slightly higher than average. The number of pupils who are eligible for free school meals is broadly in line with the national average. Most pupils are from a White British background. Since the last inspection the school has gained the Basic Skills Quality Mark 4 and has achieved Dyslexia Friendly Status.